US EditionWhy Security Is the Cornerstone of POPIA Compliance
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Why security is the cornerstone of POPIA compliance
The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) has evolved considerably since it was first put into practice four years ago. In 2024, the Information Regulator (IR) intensified enforcement, issuing at least seven enforcement notices for non-compliance to several well-known companies. South African organisations reported 980 security compromises to the Information Regulator as of April 2024 and some of the fines paid were upwards of R5 millio…
South Africa: Amendments to the POPIA regulations - Key changes you need to know
In brief In April, the Information Regulator published amendments to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Regulations, significantly enhancing privacy protections for South Africans. These changes simplify the processes for objecting to data processing, requesting corrections or deletions, and obtaining consent for direct marketing. They also introduce new responsibilities for information officers and allow for administrative fines…
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